CARR 301871 HD 18” Tube Step - Manual

HD 18” Tube Step Installation Instructions
Part No’s: 301870 / 301871
Quality and Style that Endures
Follow the diagram and the written
directions carefully for a proper, safe
installation.
Should you encounter an unusual,
unforeseen problem, contact our
Technical Help Line
7:00 AM – 3:00 PM Pacific Time
(951) 719-1068
Visit our web-site at
www.CARR.com
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Materials Furnished:
Two 18” tubes, four black mounting castings, four steel
mounting brackets, instruction sheet and two hardware
packs (Important! Not all of the parts in these
hardware packs may be needed for proper
installation).
Tools Needed:
One Phillips Screwdriver, two 1/2” open or box
wrenches, pencil, center punch, drill motor, sharp 1/8”
drill bit, sharp 5/16” drill bit.
1. These steps mount to an extremely strong part of your vehicle, the
back side of its rocker panels. For the proper position of the step, the
front edge of the seat while in normal driving position should be in
line with the center of the step. For personal preference or to avoid
any obstruction that may be on the backside of the rocker panel, the
step can be moved towards the front or the rear of the vehicle.
2. Place the black mounting castings in the open ends of the tube. Line
up the holes and securely fasten the castings to the tube with hardware
provided. See upper portion of Detail A.
3. Assemble the steel mounting brackets to the step as shown in the
drawing, but only hand tighten.
4. When positioning the assembled step against the back side of the
rocker panel, be sure to avoid all bumps and screws to ensure that the
step is against a flat surface. Take a pencil and mark a vertical line
that lines up with the front edge of the seat, on the outside painted
surface of the pinch weld. (See diagram). Disassemble the brackets
from the step.
5. Measure 8” on each side of the marked vertical line and mark two
more lines on that same surface. The dimension between the two
outside marked lines should be 16”.
6. Measure 3/8” from the edge of the pinch weld where you marked the
other vertical lines and mark two horizontal lines, creating a cross
hair. NOTE: DOUBLE CHECK DIMENSIONS BEFORE
DRILLING! (Warning: when drilling holes leave at least 1/8” of
metal between the hole and the edge of the pinch weld).
7. Take a center punch and punch the center where the two sets of lines
cross.
8. Take a 1/8” drill bit and drill out the centered punched holes.
9. Enlarge the 1/8” hole with a 5/16” drill bit.
10. After drilling make sure that all the burrs are removed.
11. Now you will need to bend the tab on the back of each bracket as
shown on the diagram to conform to the body metal of your vehicle.
12. Once the tabs are bent to the correct angle, use the 5/16” x 5/8” hex
bolts with the 5/16” hex nuts and 5/16” washers to securely tighten the
brackets on the vehicle.
13. Using the top ¼” hole at the top of each steel mounting bracket, take a
1/8” drill bit and drill holes into the body metal. Take the 5/8” sheet
metal screws provided and securely tighten. (Drilling at an angle may
be necessary due to interference or for proper alignment). Place the
step back into the brackets and securely tighten.
14. We advise putting silicone sealer around the areas where the steel
mounting brackets come in contact with the body metal.
15. After one month of use, go back and give all hardware a final
tightening.
WARNINGS!
Do not over tighten the nuts and bolts or damage to the castings
and or stripping of the threads could result.
FOR SAFE AND PROPER USAGE OF THIS PRODUCT, THE
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED
CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY.
The manufacturer and distributor of this product are in no way
responsible for the consumer’s failure to adhere to the warnings
and directions of these instructions in the event of damage to the
consumer’s vehicle, other properties and or personal injury.
Carr Pattern Co., Inc.
Warranty Policy
Finishes: Limited Lifetime
Structural Warranty: Limited Lifetime
Warranty Conditions:
a. All warranties start from consumer’s date of purchase.
b. A new product will be sent out immediately to replace a
warranty claim.
c. The above guidelines apply only to the Original Purchaser.
d. Original proof of purchase must be submitted for all warranty
and returns issues.
Warranty Limitations:
a. Warranty coverage extends ONLY to repair or replacement of
the CARR product. This warranty does not cover the cost of
labor, transportation, installation or removal of the product.
b. Warranty coverage does not extend to damage caused by:
collision, fire, theft, freezing, vandalism, riot, explosion or
object striking the product, or misuse of the product and/or the
vehicle on which the product is being installed.
c. Warranty coverage does not extend to damage caused by:
airborne fallout (chemicals, tree sap, etc.), stones, hail,
earthquake, water or flood, windstorm, lightning, the
application of chemicals or sealants subsequent to
manufacture.
d. Warranty coverage does not extend to damages caused by:
normal wear and tear, abuse, modification or improper
installation of the product.
e. Warranty coverage does not extend to any economic loss or
extra expense including (without limitation), payment for the
loss of time or pay, inconvenience, storage, loss of vehicle use,
vehicle rental expense, equipment rental expense, lodging,
meals, or other travel costs.
Other Terms:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights that vary from state to state. CARR does not
authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or
liability in connection with its products. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT
IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS
WRITTEN WARRANTY. PERFORMANCE OF REPAIRS
AND NEEDED ADJUSTMENTS IS THE EXCULSIVE
REMEDY UNDER THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY OR ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY. CARR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY.*
*Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so that above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you.
Guarantee: Every attempt has been made to manufacture and
distribute the finest quality products available. Our manufactured
products are guaranteed to be free of defects due to workmanship
or materials. Distributed products are subject to manufacturer’s
warranty only.
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